Cottages in Mousehole

Take a break from the concrete jungle life and head to the small, comfortable village of Mousehole on the southern coast of Cornwall. Described as the loveliest village in England by poet Dylan Thomas. Here you will find surprisingly cosy and quiet cottages surrounded by sea and mountains. You will be fascinated by the peaceful and splendid views of the harbour, the nearby places with fun activities and the local places of this old world charm. A place that seems to be taken from a beautiful fisherman's dream.

Beautiful cottages with spectacular skylights, modern interiors and exterior walls made of fine grain Lamorna granite, are the style that make up the beautiful cottages huddled around the port. Perfect for couples who want a romantic getaway, these cosy places to stay have all the comforts, from air conditioning, saunas, small and large gardens, to terraces/balconies with sea views for a unique breakfast and dinner. Plus the possibility of taking your pet with you on this amazing journey!

Mousehole is an irresistible gastronomic destination for seafood lovers. You will find several restaurants offering excellent food and service around the coast of Cornwall, but one of the most popular among locals and tourists in this unique village is 2 fore street. A modern restaurant overlooking the port and near the harbour beach, where you can enjoy fresh Cornish seafood in a small garden. The menu changes regularly so you'll get a variety of delicious options. It's the perfect place to have lunch with friends and family, and a good time in the morning with a cup of coffee.

To spend some time with the family you should visit the Mousehole Harbour beach, it is a great place for children to run and dip their feet in the water. Also if you want to venture beyond Mousehole with the family, you can head to Penzance, just a few minutes away from the village. You can go to the Jubilee pool on the promenade where you and the kids can swim for a while, or you can take an exciting bike ride from Penzance to Mousehole. But before you go, you should stop by the wonderful restaurant in Averne for a delicious Mediterranean meal and fresh fish before starting your bike adventure back to Mousehole. On arrival, visit Jessie's Dairy and try one of their delicious homemade ice creams to end the day on a sweet note.

Enjoy a great tradition during the Christmas lights event in the winter. This beautiful event is totally free and takes place every year. The festival contains threads of coloured lights that surround and illuminate the whole village as well as the quays and the sea. During this celebration, the premises are open until late so you can enjoy a good meal accompanied by this bright atmosphere. A joyful, fun and familiar event, directed by people from the village who almost always innovate with new projects every year.

Follow the coastal path and pass through the Kemyel Crease nature reserve until you reach Cala Lamorna. A route that passes by the cliffs where you will have an incredible panoramic view of the island of San Clemente and the mountain of San Miguel. You will also pass through the fields of the farms, forests and granite quarries of Lamorna. An excellent adventure for those who love to walk, breathe fresh air and be amazed by unique landscapes.

Among the charming streets of Mousehole is a small gallery with vibrant colour paintings called Mowzer Gallery. In this lovely spot, you can find completely original pieces with local landscapes, fantastic ceramics and glass art created by local artist Josh Sims that you can take home as a nice souvenir to add style and charm to your living room, dining room or bedroom.

Have a delicious breakfast at the great Four Teas Cafe and enjoy a quality menu and friendly, professional service where you will eat a tasty breakfast with sausages, bacon, Portobello mushrooms, beans, eggs and crispy toast. The menu also offers breakfast with vegetarian sausages, If you prefer a meatless dish. And to wrap yourself up in the Cornish tradition you can try a sweet tea with two hot scones and strawberry jam. You will be completely satisfied and at ease with this pleasant visit.

Another gallery you should visit is that of the local boy Essex Tyler, who specializes in modern and contemporary art. Here you will find a wide range of Cornish artists, as well as Tyler's ceramics and paintings of fascinating sea and land landscapes, which have also received approval from Prince Charles who owns one of his ceramics.

Head to the nearby Mousehole in Porthcurno, Penzance and discover the impressive Minack Theatre. An open-air theatre, situated on a cliff facing the Atlantic Ocean, that seems to have been taken from the times of ancient Greece. The venue will provide you with dramatic performances, operas and music under the stars and a terrace shop offering refreshments, ice cream, cakes and more, remember to book your tickets so you don't miss out on this unique place.

If you enjoy the white sand and beautiful clear waters, Sennen Cove is a must on your holiday to the coast of Cornwall. Just 20 minutes away from Mousehole this sunny beach has great waves for surfing with the only surf school on the whole coast, Smart Surf School, a group of professional surfers. However, if you think surfing is not your thing you can also go and take a safe swim in its waters and enjoy the views while the kids give surfing a try.